Social Media Privacy

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Social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Path has become one of the most common ways a person can express their feelings and thoughts. Kane et al (2014, p275) stated that ‘the rapid proliferation of a new class of information technologies, commonly known as social media … supports interpersonal communication and collaboration using Internet-based platforms.’ Furthermore, social media can be used conveniently by almost all people whether it is for business purposes or even personal purposes. In addition, when it is used effectively it can give huge benefits for them. This essay will demonstrate how social media may be able to help students study more efficiently and businesses marketing to be successful and how it is able to offset …show more content…

Moreover, individuals such as investigators, legislators, regulators and even privacy campaigner have an increased attention towards the privacy issue. For this reason, security issues in the internet have become a threat in the internet. (Loeffler 2012, p12) Furthermore, a loss in privacy can lead to a disastrous effect such as that even a complete stranger to you would be able to know all about you, from your name until your child’s name. ‘Soon, it may not be possible to go online without at least telling your device who you are. The end of anonymity on the web could be fast approaching, raising a host of questions about privacy, security and freedom.’ (Baraniuk 2013, p34-37) Almost all people did not know what will happen without privacy. No privacy in the near future can prove to be fatal. With enough information email accounts, ID card and credit card can be hacked within seconds. People can use them like they are you and the worst case is that a complete stranger to you is able to steal your identity and act as you. Baraniuk (2013, P34-37) declares that ‘Over the years, many attempts have been made to solve or lessen the problem, with limited effect.’ The number of incidents is rising at a fast pace, hackers are improving. This is why Privacy protection is one of the critical issues in this modern age of social